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“Superb villa set in a pretty garden with pool and every home comfort - amazing holiday”

Reviewed October 12, 2016
for a stay in September 2016

'Many thanks Christina - we all had the most wonderful time in the villa. This was my second visit, I loved it so much last year I was keen to return with family and friends this year. Everyone agreed what a comfortable, well-equipped home this is with a lovely atmosphere. It feels like people have had very happy times there. The house is immediately so welcoming.The house is spacious and the furnishings are tasteful - everything we needed was there. The large garden is beautiful too with a pool, and a hammock which was perfect! We struggled to prise ourself away from the lovely terrace after long leisurely breakfasts of locally bought produce from the village a short walk away. However, once we started to explore, we discovered the delights of Montpelier, a walking tour of the old historic parts and the art gallery. Two members of our party made a day trip to Northern Spain to visit the Dali Museum which was easily manageable by car, back in time for supper!

We enjoyed trips to some beautiful beaches nearby and know that there is far more to see in the region............next time.

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Liked best:The ambience, the hammock!

Liked least:Genuinely nothing to say here

Traveling group:Spouse/Partner

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Management Response

Nov 9, 2016

Hi Val, we are very pleased you enjoyed your stay at Villa des Cigales so much and are impressed with all the lovely excursions you were able to undrtake! We will be delighted to welcome you back to the villa some day soon, and remember there is a valuable discount for repeat guests!

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Management Response

Nov 9, 2016

Dear Oelkuch family, we were delighted to receive your very complimentary review of your holiday in our villa. We are pleased that everything went so smoothly. Your comments make us feel very happy that the villa creates such a pleasing holiday experience for our guests. We hope to welcome you back sometime soon in the future.

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We were perfectly comfortable all week inside and out. Had brilliant meals out on the terrace and used the BBQ. Lovely fun times at the pool with space in the garden to relax and chill. We would love to come back.So much space and quality equipment. You can tell it is a second home used regularly by the owners.

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Management Response

Apr 23, 2016

We are delighted you had such a good time in our villa. We were impressed with all the excursions you undertook and would be happy to have you come back any time. It`s very rewarding to have people like you so full of positive energy to stay!

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Liked best:Hard to say because the gardens and pool are marvelous. But the house itself, with its many spacious rooms, modern bathrooms, delightful and airy shuttered windows and doors, and multiple covered patios is a lovely place to just live in.

Liked least:Getting around on French roads! You must have a SatNav or use Google Maps. Despite our Michelin maps and a lot of research, we just couldn't have gotten around with the

Traveling group:Friends

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Management Response

Apr 23, 2016

We are very grateful for such a detailed and positive review. It reads almost like a fairytale. Your obvious happiness about your successful holiday makes it so worthwhile to keep on striving and maintain the high standard we have set ourselves for our guests. We would love to welcome you back any time!

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This villa is well equipped, clean and provides the perfect base from which to explore the local area or simply relax with family and laze by the pool.

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Liked best:The ability to dine both inside & outside

Liked least:Some of the beds were a little hard

Traveling group:Large Group

Your age range35-49

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Management Response

Jan 15, 2018

Hi Nicky,we feel very pleased you chose our villa for your family holiday all the way from Cape Town! We are very glad you all enjoyed a relaxing holiday.If ever you feel you want to explore more of this special corner of the South of France, I hope you will stay in our villa.Kindest regards,Christina and John

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Stayed at the Villa des Cigales for a 7-night summer vacation. First impressions were excellent when we were met and shown round by the owners local and English representative – she was extremely helpful.

The villa itself is very well appointed, spacious, clean, all the fixtures and fittings were of high quality and in good order. Outside, the garden and pool areas were also very well maintained and attractive. The pool area was a real suntrap with plenty of sun loungers/cushions and sun umbrellas and the pool was in constant use. A little patio area with arbour by the back door provided a lovely shady spot during the heat of the day and the BBQ on the terrace was the focal point for family meals in the evening accompanied by plenty of local wine.

The Ping pong table in the garage/games room was a big hit with the children in the evenings.

The 20 photos on the trip advisor website give an accurate impression of the villa and local towns & attractions.

The Boulangerie and Butchers in the village of Grabels (both 5 mins away) are both excellent. The butchers was of note for preparing a variety of different dishes each day - ideal for organising easily evening meal. The Pizza shop opposite the butchers wasn’t bad either. If you need a supermarket there is a Casino and a large Carrefour within 6km. Less than 10 min by car.

I have had many villa vacations in France during the last 20 years and whilst I have enjoyed them all I would rate the Villa des Cigales in the top two. We had a great holiday here. The location I thought was excellent - in a quiet cul-de-sac in a relatively small village meant lots of peace and quiet, yet all the facilities and tourist attractions we wanted to see and do were easily accessable. I would certainly consider returning here in the future.

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Liked best:The Pool Area

Liked least:Having to put out the recycling and rubbish for the dustmen twice during the week

Traveling group:Extended Family

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Management Response

Jan 15, 2018

Hi Andy and family,you were splendid guests so full of enthusiasm to explore everything on offer. We are delighted and feel honoured with your exceptional rating, making it extra special for us with your in-depth experience of France. We do hope you will come and stay in our villa again sometime soon.Many thanks, Christina and John

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